Due to the selfishness of the people, drought and subsequent famine of a native tribe loom over the land. An orphan, She-Who-Is-Alone, makes the ultimate sacrifice by burning her warrior doll. It was all she had left in remembrance of her kin. The Great Spirits recognized her sacrifice and rain came causing growth of the land. Everywhere the ashes of her warrior doll had blown and fallen, Bluebonnets bloomed, and she was then called One-Who-Dearly-Loved-Her-People. The illustrations allow the reader to visualize the Indian culture through the characters’ physical appearance and the portrayal of the community environment. The style of language also adds to the understanding of the culture of the past through the character’s Indian names and references to “the People” and “the Great Spirits”. This book is a great tool for teaching theme, because the message of sacrificing for the greater good of others is strongly evident. Children are able to make connections with the emotions the theme portrays.
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